BERLANDIERA

FAMILY: Asteraceae

Plant Details

Tough and undemanding, these plants decorate the meadows of their native South- west with cheerful yellow daisies. They're also easy to grow out- side their native range, thriving in most soils as long as they have good drainage. Sow seed in fall; or set out small plants in spring.

chocolate daisy, chocolate flower

TEXAS GREENEYES

berlandiera betonicifolia(Berlandiera texana)

Zones US, MS, LS, CS, TS; USDA 6-11.

Named for the green center of its yellow blossoms.

Grows 14 feet tall; blooms profusely in spring, then again in summer and autumn.

Gets by on moderate water but responds well to regular watering and fertilizing.

Full sun or dappled shade.

berlandiera lyrata

Zones LS, CS, TS; USDA 8-11.

The luscious fragrance of chocolate permeates the morning air wherever this daisy blooms.